Altai Tavan Bogd is the highest mountain in Mongolia and has massif-type. Altai Tavan Bogd Mountain located in Bayan-Ulgii Province and its Khuiten Peak is the highest point of Mongolia at 4374 meters above sea level. Besides Khuiten, the mountain includes four peaks as Nairamdal, Malchin, Burged and Ulgii.

The Nairamdal Peak forms the border tripoint between Mongolia, Russia, and the Xinjiang province of China. Around the area is listing Altai Tavan Bogd National Park covers 6,362 km². It includes the lakes Khoton, Khurgan, and Dayan. The protected area offers a home for many species of alpine animal, such as the Argali sheep, Ibex, Red deer, Beech marten, Moose, Snow cock, and Golden eagle.

Day 2. Fly to Ulgii/Tsagaan Gol valley. 200km (B/L/D)

In the morning transfer to airport and take a flight to Ulgii town, the center of Bayan-Ulgii, the western most province of Mongolia. Our guide and drivers will pick you up at local airport and move to the town. If time allows we will be visiting local ethnographic museum. And then we will travel Tsagaan gol valley 200 kms about 7-8 hours along the Tsagaan River through stunning valley to Shiveet Khairkhan Mountain. The Shiveet Mountain is sacred to the Tuvan people and boasts much wildlife including mountain goat-ibex. Each year the Tuvans climb to the mountain summit to make offering ceremony for the local ghosts.Overnight at tent

Day 3. Hike to Base camp. 16km (B/L/D)

In the morning after having our hearty breakfast we will pack our luggage and load on the back of camels. Start our hike to the Holy Mounts of Altai Tavan Bogd. The trail is gradual ascent, takes about 4-5 hours of moderate hike for 14-16kms. We will reach to a base camp on the edge of the Potaniin’s Glacier, at the foot of Malchin mountain. On the way of our hike you can enjoy an extraordinary view of the mountains with icy peaks of Khuiten (4374m), Nairamdal (4082m), Burged (4071m), Malchin (4051m), and Ulgii (4113m) and glaciers of Potanin and Alexander.Overnight at tent

Day 4. Malchin Peak (B/L/D)

Today we will have an optional acclimatization climb up at Malchin peak, that stretches for 4051m above sea level, as the lowest of the peaks around. This mountain lies along the borderline of Mongolia and Russia and offers a spectacular view over the Potanin’s glacier and snow peaked summits of Altai Mountain range. Back to the base camp for preparation of next day’s foray to highest peak of Mongolia.Overnight at tent

Day 5-8. Climb to the highest peak of Mongolia - Khuiten Peak (B/L/D)

Four days dedicated for our climb to Khuiten peak at 4374m, the highest point of Mongolia. First day we will reach to Khonog Tolgoi, an icy hill lies at eastern side of Khuiten where climbers take a stopover before starting a foray to the summit. Then next day early in the morning start climbing under the guidance of local specialist mountaineering guide. We should cross the Potanin’s glacier that requires main mountaineering equipments in order to reach the target mountain. Before reaching the Khuiten's foothill we will traverse number of crevasses. Our actual ascent takes 4 hours with technically moderate movement. From the Khuiten summit you would enjoy tremendous bird eye view over China, Russia and the neighboring snowcapped ridges and snow fields. If weather allows for successful climb, then we will return back to our base camp on the edge of Potanin's glacier. A day is reserved as a spare (leeway) for our climb.Overnights at tent

Day 9. Last day trekking (B/L/D)

On our last day trekking we will trek along the Tsagaan river for 16 kms about 4-5hours. In the evening our drivers and vans will come at our campsite.Overnight at tent

Day 10. Drive back to Ulgii town. 200km (B/L/D)

Travel back to Ulgii town as driving about 200kms for 6-7hours.Overnight in tourist GER camp

Day 11. Fly back to Ulaanbaatar (B/L/D)

Transfer to local airport for taking a flight back to Ulaanbaatar. Arrival in Ulaanbaatar and transfer to your hotel. Free afternoon for your leisure time and shopping.

Day 12. Departure (B)

After breakfast transfer to the airport or train station for your international departure.

Tour available dates:

01 June – 15 October

Include:

Transfers upon arrival and departure

English speaking guide at all times.

In the countryside all lodging will be in ger camps.

All meals are provided as stated in the itinerary.

Ground transportation: in the countryside by a chauffeur driven 4WD jeep, bus in the city area.

Park entrance fees

Sightseeing as per itinerary

1 liter of drinking water per day per person

Exclude:

Accommodation in a hotel or hostel in Ulaanbaatar

Hotel extras, such as telephone calls, bar bills and laundry services

Travel insurance, medical insurance

Visa application fees

Alcoholic beverages

Personal expenses such as IDD call, internet, laundry, items of a personal nature

Gratuity to local guides and drivers

Airfare or train ticket

Airport taxes, excess baggage charges (over 44pound / 20kilo)

Changes of arrival/departure flights

Additional services

Any charges of major force beyond our control (e.g. imposition, quarantine restrictions, etc...)

Optional excursions unless stated in your itinerary, etc…

This is a suggested packing list, which you should feel free to adjust to suit your needs. Please refer to our travel guide for more detailed information.

backpack or soft bag

day pack

head lamp/flashlight

spare batteries/bulb

personal medications

hiking boots/shoes

rain jacket with hood

fleece jacket or wool jumper

cotton t-shirts

long sleeve shirts

lightweight trousers

shorts

warm hat

socks

underwear

sun hat

sandals

sun glasses

sun cream

spare glasses

insect repellent

plastic bags

binoculars/camera

wet tissues

watch/ alarm clock

money belt/ pouch

insurance confirmation copy

emergency contact number

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